The Martial Maze Martial Arts Podcast

Konnichiwa! In this powerful episode of the  Martial Maze Martial Arts Podcast , all four hosts link up in  Brooklyn, New York City  for a raw, unfiltered roundtable discussion. Why do martial artists quit… even after years of training? We break down the  real reasons people walk away from martial arts , from burnout and injuries to gym culture, unrealistic expectations, and life priorities shifti...

Konnichiwa! First, let's welcome to the Martial maze, the second of two new call hosts of the show Baba Blackhawk! In this episode of the Martial Maze martial arts podcast, we break down the ongoing debate between traditional martial arts techniques and modern fighting systems. Are old-school methods from martial arts, like traditional, karate, kung fu, Judo, Tae kwon do, Kempo Jujitsu, Boxing...

Konnichiwa! Are martial arts useful in real-world situations—or overrated? In Season 5, Episode 6 of the Martial Maze martial arts podcast , we tackle one of the biggest debates in combat sports and self-defense. We are absolutely thrilled to announce this episode features (1 of 2) new co-hosts Shihan Glen Beck, a martial artist, security specialist with 35+ years of experience in executive protec...

The Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) community is facing what many are calling a #MeToo-style reckoning. In 2026, multiple allegations and high-profile incidents have brought renewed scrutiny to long-standing concerns within the sport. Konnichiwa! In this episode of  The Martial Maze Martial Arts podcast , we examine the culture of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, the role of hierarchy and power dynamics, and why co...

In today’s episode of  The Martial Maze , we break down the growing trend of martial artists trolling other martial arts pages, reels, and instructors for clout. Is it exposure culture? Bullshido policing? Or insecurity disguised as criticism? Social media has changed the martial arts landscape. From fake masters and staged techniques to real fighters calling out questionable skills — the line bet...

In this powerful closing chapter of  The Martial Art of Speech  series, The Martial Maze Martial Arts Podcast explores how martial discipline is transmitted not only through movement—but through language, intention, and character. Host Israel Lopez, Sensei, is joined by two extraordinary voices in the martial arts community: Dr. Odette Russell, widely known as the  Queen of SWAM SIDAGOO , and her...

The Martial Maze  is the ultimate podcast for martial artists, combat-sports fans, and anyone fascinated by the science, culture, and evolution of fighting. Each episode dives deep into the world of martial arts—from traditional disciplines like Karate, Muay Thai, Judo, and Kung Fu, to modern systems such as MMA, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Krav Maga, Boxing, and Modern Combatives. Hosted by Israel lopez...

The Martial Maze  is the ultimate podcast for martial artists, combat-sports fans, and anyone fascinated by the science, culture, and evolution of fighting. Each episode dives deep into the world of martial arts—from traditional disciplines like Karate, Muay Thai, Judo, and Kung Fu, to modern systems such as MMA, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Krav Maga, Boxing, and Modern Combatives. Hosted by Israel lopez...

The Martial Maze  is the ultimate podcast for martial artists, combat-sports fans, and anyone fascinated by the science, culture, and evolution of fighting. Each episode dives deep into the world of martial arts—from traditional disciplines like Karate, Muay Thai, Judo, and Kung Fu, to modern systems such as MMA, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Krav Maga, Boxing, and Modern Combatives. Hosted by Israel lopez...

The Martial Maze  is the ultimate podcast for martial artists, combat-sports fans, and anyone fascinated by the science, culture, and evolution of fighting. Each episode dives deep into the world of martial arts—from traditional disciplines like Karate, Muay Thai, Judo, and Kung Fu, to modern systems such as MMA, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Krav Maga, Boxing, and Modern Combatives. Hosted by Israel lopez...

The Martial Maze  is the ultimate podcast for martial artists, combat-sports fans, and anyone fascinated by the science, culture, and evolution of fighting. Each episode dives deep into the world of martial arts—from traditional disciplines like Karate, Muay Thai, Judo, and Kung Fu, to modern systems such as MMA, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Krav Maga, Boxing, and Modern Combatives. Hosted by Israel lopez...

The Martial Maze  is the ultimate podcast for martial artists, combat-sports fans, and anyone fascinated by the science, culture, and evolution of fighting. Each episode dives deep into the world of martial arts—from traditional disciplines like Karate, Muay Thai, Judo, and Kung Fu, to modern systems such as MMA, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Krav Maga, Boxing, and Modern Combatives. Hosted by Israel lopez...

The Martial Maze  is the ultimate podcast for martial artists, combat-sports fans, and anyone fascinated by the science, culture, and evolution of fighting. Each episode dives deep into the world of martial arts—from traditional disciplines like Karate, Muay Thai, Judo, and Kung Fu, to modern systems such as MMA, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Krav Maga, Boxing, and Modern Combatives. Hosted by Israel lopez...

The Martial Maze  is the ultimate podcast for martial artists, combat-sports fans, and anyone fascinated by the science, culture, and evolution of fighting. Each episode dives deep into the world of martial arts—from traditional disciplines like Karate, Muay Thai, Judo, and Kung Fu, to modern systems such as MMA, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Krav Maga, Boxing, and Modern Combatives. Hosted by Israel lopez...

Konnichiwa! In this short episode of the Martial maze martial arts podcast Lopez sensei talks a little about misogyny and how it has no place in today's this should never be the Warrior mindset in the Martial Arts. It doesn't matter if you're training in Karate, Judo, BJJ, MMA or Just self-defense there is simply no excuse for it. Also included in this episode. " Are you being bla...

Konnichiwa! In this episode of the Martial maze martial arts podcast, we explore some controversial Martial arts cannon. This Canon is more commonly found in the martial arts of karate, Mixed martial arts, and hybrid systems of study. This canon suggest that a grandmaster in the Martial Arts is not the same as a 10th° black belt. We have a returning special guest Blackhawk! We take a deep dive int...

Konnichiwa! If you don’t know who this woman is when it comes to the study of martial arts. You might been living under a rock. Because when it comes to the who’s who in the martial arts. She is a rockstar! Dr. Odette Russell Is a female martial artist recently featured on the cover of Masters of the Martial arts magazine. As well as Nathan Ingram’s The Deadly Art of Survival magazine. She’s one...

Konnichiwa! In this episode of the Martial maze martial arts podcast. We explore the question can a phony martial artist taint an event simply by showing up? This applies to Karate, Judo, Kung fu, Tae kwon do, Jiu-jitsu, MMA and all types of self-defense seminars This topic comes up a lot in Martial Arts circles. Also a brief statement on the folly of the traditionalist. We hope you enjoy!

Konnichiwa! In this episode, we welcome Brazilian Jujitsu practitioner and competitor Angelina Hernandez from Close Quarters Jujitsu located in West Deptford New Jersey as we discuss her Instagram reel Jujitsu hot take. Woman in Jujitsu should be beating up the trial class guys! It was great having her on the show and we hope you enjoy!

Konnichiwa! In this episode, we revisit a past discussion with special guest Randy Haskins sensei. We dive deep into the discussion structure versus strength, and does size really matter? Sport versus combat context everything here, folks! We hope you enjoy.

Konnichiwa! In this standalone episode, I'm without my partner in crime Barak Yalad Shidoshi . This topic is near, and dear to me because it comes up often between myself and other martial art practitioners. I hope you enjoy.

Konnichiwa! This episode originally aired June 19th, 2024 Should women be treated the same as men when studying Martial Arts? We at the Martial Maze feel that this is a very controversial topic. There are some in the Martial community that tend to believe that women are inferior, where there are some that tend to believe that women are not inferior. It tends to come up often and we wanted to addre...

Konnichiwa! In this weeks episode, we have an in-depth discussion with four-time Olympic silver medalist Jason Morris sensei. We talk about all things judo and how we in the judo community should be doing better. A definite can't miss episode. We hope you enjoy!

Konnichiwa! In this episode, we discuss some of the complexities of why people train in the martial arts. Another can't miss episode. Also we have some special announcements about the Martial Maze Awards 2024, where we reveal our special guest host for the award ceremony! We hope you enjoy.

Konnichiwa! In this episode, we have an in-depth discussion on ineffective best practices found in the Martial Arts community with Randy Haskins sensei of the Underground Alliance Marital Science research Association another controversial episode. We hope you enjoy.